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Miniso to expand to four new markets

The company also plans to revamp its stores overseas.

Toys”R”Us Asia names new CEO

The appointment of Leo Tsoi took effect on 1 April.

Levi’s launches largest store in Asia 

The store is located in Bangalore in India.

Central Retail opens first 24-hour supermarket

It will also come with a Personal Shopper service.

Hot drinks sector in Indonesia to grow nearly 8% through 2027

This is thanks to increased outdoor mobility and tourism rebound, GlobalData reported. 

What will drive hot drinks sales growth in Vietnam?

The market is expected to grow 9.1% annually. 

Alibaba splits into 6 business units

Except for Taobao Tmall, the other business can raise outside capital and pursue IPO.

South Korea retail sales up 7.9% in February

The operating days during the Seollal holidays helped boost sales.

Thai restaurant tops Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant

A total of nine restaurants from Bangkok made it to the list.

Retail sales in Australia remain flat in February

It rose by 0.2% in February, following a 1.8% growth in the previous month. 

Hot drinks sales growth in China hinges on reopening

The market is expected to expand to $53.9b by 2027, GlobalData reported. 

Why retailers integrate technology in their operations

This includes virtual and augmented reality, and data analytics, amongst others.

H&M outperforms over 40 fashion brands in emissions reductions

The company scored a B- in Stand.earth’s 2023 Fossil Free Fashion scorecard. 

Over two-thirds of largest fashion firms score low in sustainability

Only H&M scored high in the Fossil Free Fashion scorecard. 

Around 1 in 2 working women in India consumes VMS: Mintel

Bone and digestive health, and immunity are the top three benefits they want from VMS.